Books Like The Cruel Prince: A Guide for Fans of Cruel Fae and Royal Intrigue
If you've devoured the Cruel Prince trilogy and crave more stories of ruthless fae, political intrigue, and forbidden romance, then you've come to the right place. Here's a list of books that capture the same dark magic and thrilling twists as Holly Black's masterpiece:
Fae Lore and Dark Magic:
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A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas: This series follows Feyre, a young woman who finds herself entangled in the world of Prythian, a land ruled by Fae. Similar to The Cruel Prince, it features dangerous courts, powerful magic, and forbidden romance.
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The Folk of the Air by Holly Black: If you loved the world-building and character dynamics of The Cruel Prince, you'll be drawn to Black's other fae-focused series. It follows Nicasia, a human girl who becomes entangled in the dangerous political games of the Fae.
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The Cruel Prince by Holly Black: This trilogy, of course, is a must-read for fans of the genre. It follows Jude Duarte, a human girl who strives to survive in the treacherous world of the Fae, determined to prove her worth.
Royal Intrigue and Political Games:
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The Raven Cycle by Maggie Stiefvater: This series dives into a magical world filled with Welsh mythology and ancient secrets, following a group of boys on a quest to find a Welsh king. Similar to The Cruel Prince, it features complex character relationships, twists and turns, and a unique magical system.
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The Grishaverse by Leigh Bardugo: This sprawling world offers a rich fantasy setting, with various kingdoms and intricate magic systems. Shadow and Bone, the first book in the series, features Alina Starkov, a young woman who discovers she has extraordinary powers that could save her country from destruction.
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The Selection by Kiera Cass: If you enjoyed the element of competition for a prince's hand in The Cruel Prince, this series will resonate with you. It follows America Singer, a young woman who enters a televised competition to win the heart of Prince Maxon.
Forbidden Romance and Deadly Stakes:
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Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor: This series features a captivating romance between a human girl and an angel, with a backdrop of a mythical city filled with hidden magic and ancient secrets.
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Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas: Set in a world of assassins, magic, and dangerous courts, this series follows Celaena Sardothien, a young assassin who is given a chance to earn her freedom by competing to become the king's champion.
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The Queen of the Conquered by Kacen Callender: This story features a captivating romance between a young woman forced to become the heir to a powerful empire and the prince of a conquered kingdom, set against the backdrop of a war-torn nation.
These books offer a captivating journey into worlds of magic, power, and intrigue, much like The Cruel Prince. So, dive into the darkness, explore the forbidden, and get lost in the stories that will keep you enthralled long after you turn the final page.
